Faerch supplies the global food industry with quality food packaging solutions whilst driving the circular transition as an integrated recycler. We serve food manufacturers and retailers around the world with our network of state-of-the-art production facilities across Europe, Asia and US. Today, more than 5,900 employees are part of the Faerch Group. Faerch is part of A.P. Moller Group.

• To prioritise maintenance of plant and equipment as necessary to ensure the effective running of the production facility.
• To take direct responsibility for fault diagnosis, rectification and modification of production plant and machinery.
• To respond quickly and effectively to plant and machinery breakdowns.
• To read layout, electrical, pneumatic and mechanical drawings.
• To develop and adhere to the site PPM programme, implementing and recommending improvements. PPMs to be completed during 4 shift patten
• To support the successful introduction of new manufacturing equipment and services.
• To operate panel vision driven equipment.
• To liaise with Maintenance Manager to arrange the purchase of equipment, materials and/or parts as necessary.
• Shifts reports, Actions, to be completed on shift
• To contribute to the compilation and production of work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
• To comply with Company policies, health & safety and quality & hygiene standards.
• To contribute to and participate in Company efficiency and improvement activities in line with site objectives.
• To carry out additional and/or other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the business.

• Time served and/or completed a recognised mechanical qualification (City & Guilds, ONC/HNC)
• Preferable experience in manufacturing, training is provided (production line environment).
• Capable of working independently or as part of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Ability to use initiative and organise own workload
• Ability to demonstrate ability to solve problems

Working at Faerch means working in an innovative and open-minded company that increases the commitment and motivation of all employees. It is important to us that everyone has the same opportunities, that there is an open exchange, and that we value each other. The power of diversity in backgrounds, ways of problem-solving, personal knowledge, gender, and culture fosters our growth and inspires the whole organization. Because the key to our success is the diversity and dedication of our employees

• Bonus
• Pension
• Death in Service
• Bupa Cash plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Long Service Allowance 2 & 5 Years
• Work company with an established market position

Salary: £44000- £50,000 including shift allowance based on experience with an opportunity to increase.